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FHJ 454D

1983 Land Rover Series 2

Green Petrol 2286cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,796 mi
Last recorded31,796 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2014
Typical for 1983 Land Rover Series 253,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 454D
MakeLand Rover
ModelSeries 2
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2014 31,796 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,767 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 31,664 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,178 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 31,177 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Series 2?

Based on 8,346 MOT tests across 849 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 526
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 365
Stop lamp not working 310
position lamp(s) not working 293
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 266
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FHJ 454D is a 1983 Land Rover Series 2 in Green with a 2,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Land Rover Series 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 53,458 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Series 2 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 526 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHJ 454D, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Series 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 43 years old, this Land Rover Series 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FHJ 454D?

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What year was FHJ 454D registered?

FHJ 454D is a 1983 Land Rover Series 2, first registered on 11 May 1983.

Is FHJ 454D safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHJ 454D shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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